Two Renishaw apprentices have been recognised as the brightest young talents in industrial robotics, winning the prestigious WorldSkills UK competition. Morgan Leyshon and Aled Gore, both 21 and from Bridgend, Wales, secured the gold medal in Industrial Robotics, beating over 80 contenders in an eight-month-long contest. The winners will now represent Team UK at the […]
Easy to install and with quick payback, the igus ReBeL Move autonomous mobile robot enables a cost-effective entry into an automated logistics operation. Automating intralogistics processes does not have to be expensive or complicated with the new igus ReBeL Move. The mobile robot moves autonomously through the factory or warehouse transporting products and can also […]
Thomson Industries has released what it claims is the first ever true collaborative extension of cobots. The new MovoTrak CTU 7th axis features collision detection settings for groundbreaking programming and control benefits. An industrial robot transfer unit (RTU) has also launched, which can be easily integrated with a user’s preferred motor and drive. Adding a […]
At MachineBuilding.Live 2024, TEN Editor Mark Simms talks to Jason Reed, account manager at Pilz about the new Machine Regulation and how it addresses security. Ensuring secure digital access to plant and machinery, the Control Element PIT oe USB, now makes the use of USB ports possible in a secure way, preventing the possibility of […]
At MachineBuilding.Live 2024, TEN Editor Mark Simms talks to Mark Bettington, ICT and vision sales leader at Routeco about the company’s unified robot control demo, and the integration of robotics into the wider mechatronics space. The demo cell featured a Comau SCARA robot seamlessly interacting with an independent cart technology track system, showcasing the robust […]
FANUC UK is celebrating the achievements of the country’s brightest young industrial robotics talent following the WorldSkills UK winners ceremony, held in in Manchester on Friday 22 November. Morgan Leyshon and Aled Gore, both 21 and from Bridgend College in Wales, were awarded Gold in the Industrial Robotics WorldSkills UK competition, which was held in […]
At the 2024 Smart Production Solutions show in Nuremberg, Inovance launched its articulated and SCARA industrial robot ranges in Europe. As one of China’s leading industrial automation brands, Inovance has accrued wide experience at selling its robots into almost every application imaginable including automotive parts, welding, injection molding, diecasting and lithium battery manufacturing. The company […]
At MachineBuilding.Live 2024, TEN Editor Mark Simms talks to Miklos Bakos, OEM offer manager at Schneider Electric, about robotics and automation. At the Schneider Electric Action Arena, machine builders, systems integrators and OEMs with an eye on automation experienced first hand a state-of-the-art Cartesian robotics demonstration machine that showcased: Comprehensive solutions - Featuring slides, motors, gearboxes, […]
At MachineBuilding.Live 2024, TEN Editor Mark Simms talks to Mark Richards, UK sales manager at Beckhoff UK, about the company’s XPlanar transport system. The intelligent XPlanar transport system combines the advantages of conventional systems and supplements them with a unique magnetic levitation technology. With its floating 2D product transport, the planar motor system opens up […]
Fernando Colas, CEO of OMRON Industrial Automation Europe, discusses the top five manufacturing automation trends for 2025. As we step into 2025, the world of industrial automation is approaching a new chapter. According to OMRON’s SINIC Theory, which ties technological advances to societal change, we’re now moving from the Optimisation Society to the Autonomous Society. […]
Not only do collaborative robots make welding more interesting and safe, they also make it more profitable – even for small batch sizes, as the experts at Fronius explain. Welding remains a vital joining process in the metalworking industry and it requires in-depth specialist knowledge and skill. Despite the attractive salary, the number of young […]
The construction industry continues to face a myriad of challenges in 2024: recruitment gaps, sustainability concerns and an ongoing need to improve worker safety. Here, Dave Walsha, sales manager at drive system supplier EMS, explains why the adoption of robotics could provide a resolution. While robotics continues to transform the industrial and automotive sectors, there’s […]
With Make UK revealing that we’ve dropped out of the top 10 manufacturing nations for the first time (down to 12th), our position is vulnerable unless we significantly increase our level of automation. Oliver Selby, Head of Sales for FANUC UK, outlines six key design considerations for seamless automation integration Helping manufacturers to increase their […]
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, manufacturers are navigating a complex terrain fraught with challenges such as labour shortages, an expanding skills gap, and intense global competition. Amidst these pressures, businesses are striving for greater efficiency, sustainability, and operational excellence. This pursuit emphasises the pivotal role of robotics and automation in reshaping industries, says Jocelyn […]
Easy to install and with quick payback, the igus ReBeL Move autonomous mobile robot enables a cost-effective entry into an automated logistics operation. Automating intralogistics processes does not have to be expensive or complicated with the new igus ReBeL Move. The mobile robot moves autonomously through the factory or warehouse transporting products and can also […]
Humans and animals move with remarkable economy – without consciously thinking about it – by utilising the natural oscillation patterns of their bodies. A new tool developed by researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) can now utilise this knowledge for the first time to make robots move more efficiently. Four-legged animals that start […]
The pharmaceutical, biotechnology, veterinary and life sciences industries are subject to unique challenges where accuracy and efficiency are essential. This applies to all stages of production – including end of line packaging. Though automation use is increasing, many production lines still use human operators to pack products. In collaboration with robotics expert, TM Robotics, its […]
Molex has issued a thought leadership report that looks at the future potential of robotics, resulting in more intuitive, intelligent and interconnected human-machine communications and collaborations. The Molex 2024 Robotics Report: How Robotics will Empower Human Potential contemplates a future where highly advanced robotics systems and multipurpose robots transform fundamental aspects of everyday life – […]
RARUK Automation has signed a new partnership deal with innovative AI vision company Cambrian Robotics. Cambrian Vision is a robust vision system that can operate in challenging light conditions and can easily identify parts made from a variety of materials. RARUK Automation offers the full range of 6 axis collaborative robots, from Danish manufacturer Universal […]
PI has completed the construction of additional electronics production space at its Rosenheim, Germany site. With investments of around $2.3M and a 30% increase in space, PI is strengthening its global development and production centre and the economic development of the region. Pictured left to right: Rosenheim Lord Mayor Andreas Marz; PI location manager Markus […]
Micro-Epsilon has enhanced its optoNCDT 1220 series of entry-level laser triangulation sensors. A new version has been launched with advanced IO-Link. This reduces costs through simplified integration and installation, faster commissioning and reduced programming effort. The optoNCDT 1220 series of laser triangulation sensors are used for precise, high resolution distance, displacement and position measurements in […]
Autonomous logistics vehicle from just £25,000
Easy to install and with quick payback, the igus ReBeL Move autonomous mobile robot enables a cost-effective entry into an automated logistics operation. Automating intralogistics processes does not have to be expensive or complicated with the new igus ReBeL Move. The mobile robot moves autonomously through the factory or warehouse transporting products and can also […]
Simplifying the configuration of robotic systems
At MachineBuilding.Live 2024, TEN Editor Mark Simms talks to Rob Dumayne, dry-tech director at igus, about the RBTX platform and how it simplifies the configuration of robotics systems. The RBTX platform by igus provides robotic components from a range of leading manufacturers all in one place, so customers can configure the application that works for […]
Introducing the igus Module Connect solution
MachineBuilding.Live 2024 at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham, included a world-class Workshop Programme. Here, Tom Slater, readychain expert at igus UK highlights the company’s Module Connect solution – a modular plug-in connector for connecting different electric cables. Tom tells the story of how and why igus, the engineering motion plastics company, started manufacturing a modular […]
Autonomous logistics vehicle from just £25,000
Easy to install and with quick payback, the igus ReBeL Move autonomous mobile robot enables a cost-effective entry into an automated logistics operation. Automating intralogistics processes does not have to be expensive or complicated with the new igus ReBeL Move. The mobile robot moves autonomously through the factory or warehouse transporting products and can also […]
First collaborative 7th axis with collision detection
Thomson Industries has released what it claims is the first ever true collaborative extension of cobots. The new MovoTrak CTU 7th axis features collision detection settings for groundbreaking programming and control benefits. An industrial robot transfer unit (RTU) has also launched, which can be easily integrated with a user’s preferred motor and drive. Adding a […]
Can cobots attract more young talent to welding?
Not only do collaborative robots make welding more interesting and safe, they also make it more profitable – even for small batch sizes, as the experts at Fronius explain. Welding remains a vital joining process in the metalworking industry and it requires in-depth specialist knowledge and skill. Despite the attractive salary, the number of young […]
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Cobot hygiene considerations for food producers
There are multiple drivers for automating food production lines. Whether helping to plug labour shortages, taking over dull, dirty or dangerous manual tasks, or boosting productivity, food manufacturers have much to gain from automation. And despite being late to the party compared to other industries such as automotive, robot installations in UK food and beverage […]
CKF provides banana palletising solution for Primafruit
CKF Systems has developed develop a new bespoke robotic de-palletising and re-palletising system for Primafruit at its site in the Vale of Evesham. Primafruit is a primary supplier of a broad range of fruit. The banana inspection and packing lines within Primafruit at its Evesham facility were heavily reliant on manual labour. Imported produce, cardboard […]
Vacuum ejectors and suction cups
Piab is showcasing its range of vacuum powered products at MachineBuilding.Live. You’ll be able to see the piCOMPACT family up-close, a series of vacuum ejectors utilising Piab’s patented COAX technology. Piab says these ejectors are highly efficient, offering up to three times more flow than conventional ejectors with the same air consumption. Various suction cups […]
